Needs Improvement
#4600 of 4,742 schools in NY
Kappa
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
3630 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,600 of 4,742
In Bronx
#431 of 452
public schools
In district
#67 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
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Kappa
Middle School in Bronx · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kappa
Kappa is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Kappa serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kappa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Kappa show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Kappa is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Kappa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
68% of students at Kappa were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kappa — Students at Kappa score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Kappa Compares
See how Kappa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3630 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kappa may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOTT HALL III (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTT HALL CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BEAVER RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Beaver Falls, NY | 3.5 |
| LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lyons, NY | 3.5 |
| IS 364 GATEWAY Brooklyn, NY | 2.6 |
| MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn, NY | 3.8 |
| EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY V MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kappa
What grades does Kappa serve?
Kappa serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kappa?
Kappa has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kappa?
The student-teacher ratio at Kappa is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kappa rank in NY?
Kappa ranks #4,600 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Kappa's MySchoolScout rating?
Kappa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kappa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kappa has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kappa a charter school?
No, Kappa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kappa a Title I school?
No, Kappa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kappa?
94.1% of students at Kappa qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.1%
- Phone
- (718) 590-5455
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #67 of 69
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